Status:
valid
Authors:
Lam.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1783
Citation Micro:
Encycl. 1: 150 (1783)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000541544
Common Names
- Siberian Columbine
- Siberian Aquilegia
- Sibirica Columbine
Synonyms
- Aquilegia bicolor Ehrh. [unknown]
- Aquilegia sibirica bicolor Regel [unknown]
- Aquilegia sibirica concolor Ledeb. [unknown]
- Aquilegia sibirica discolor Ledeb. [unknown]
- Aquilegia sibirica ircutiana Fisch., C.A.Mey. & Avé-Lall. [unknown]
- Aquilegia sibirica media Rapaics [unknown]
- Aquilegia speciosa DC. [unknown]
- Aquilegia speciosa bicolor DC. [unknown]
- Aquilegia speciosa concolor DC. [unknown]
- Aquilegia vulgaris daurica Willd. [unknown]
- Aquilegia vulgaris sibirica L. [unknown]
- Aquilegia vulgaris speciosa Aiton [unknown]
- Aquilegia sibirica stenopetala Regel [unknown]
Description
Aquilegia sibirica (also called Siberian Columbine, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the mountains of Siberia. It has bright yellow flowers with five petals and a long, curved spurs. It grows in rocky and grassy areas, and prefers full sun.
Uses & Benefits
Aquilegia sibirica is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and in flower arrangements.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aquilegia sibirica has five petals, which are usually white or pale pink. The seed is a small, dark brown, ovoid shape. The seedlings are small, with long, thin stems and small, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aquilegia sibirica is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun or partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every spring. Deadheading spent flowers can help to encourage more blooms.
Where to Find Aquilegia sibirica
Aquilegia sibirica can be found in the mountains of western North America, from British Columbia to California.
Aquilegia sibirica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aquilegia sibirica?
Aquilegia sibirica
What is the common name of Aquilegia sibirica?
Siberian Columbine
Where is Aquilegia sibirica native to?
Siberia
Species in the Aquilegia genus
Aquilegia alpina,
Aquilegia amaliae,
Aquilegia aragonensis,
Aquilegia atrata,
Aquilegia atrovinosa,
Aquilegia atwoodii,
Aquilegia aurea,
Aquilegia baltistanica,
Aquilegia baluchistanica,
Aquilegia barbaricina,
Aquilegia barnebyi,
Aquilegia bernardi,
Aquilegia bertolonii,
Aquilegia blecicii,
Aquilegia borodinii,
Aquilegia brevistyla,
Aquilegia buergeriana,
Aquilegia caerulea,
Aquilegia canadensis,
Aquilegia cazorlensis,
Aquilegia champagnatii,
Aquilegia chaplinei,
Aquilegia chitralensis,
Aquilegia chrysantha,
Aquilegia colchica,
Aquilegia confusa,
Aquilegia cottia,
Aquilegia cymosa,
Aquilegia desertorum,
Aquilegia desolaticola,
Aquilegia dichroa,
Aquilegia dinarica,
Aquilegia discolor,
Aquilegia ecalcarata,
Aquilegia einseleana,
Aquilegia elegantula,
Aquilegia euchroma,
Aquilegia eximia,
Aquilegia flabellata,
Aquilegia flavescens,
Aquilegia formosa,
Aquilegia fosteri,
Aquilegia fragrans,
Aquilegia ganboldii,
Aquilegia gegica,
Aquilegia glandulosa,
Aquilegia gracillima,
Aquilegia grata,
Aquilegia guarensis,
Aquilegia hinckleyana,
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